PRDW Bursaries 2027: Civil, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

Who can apply

• Be South African citizens or permanent residents in South Africa.
• Be studying full-time towards a BSc or BEng Engineering degree in one of the approved fields.
• Have successfully completed at least their third year of studies.
• Have achieved and maintained a minimum overall academic average of 65%.
• Be studying at a recognised and accredited South African university.
• Be willing and able to complete vacation work with PRDW.
• Reside within a reasonable distance from Cape Town for vacation work purposes.
• Be in financial need and lack sufficient financial means to fund their studies.
• Preference will be given, but is not limited to, students from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to PRDW - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

PRDW invites qualifying South African citizens and permanent residents to apply for the PRDW Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00

Bursary Location: South Africa

PRDW Bursary Programme 2027

PRDW is offering bursary funding to engineering students who are already progressing through their university studies and require financial support to continue.

The bursary is available for students pursuing selected BSc or BEng Engineering degrees at recognised and accredited South African universities.

Bursary Programme Overview

Organisation: PRDWProgramme: PRDW Bursary Programme 2027Academic Year: 2027Qualification: BSc or BEngMinimum Study Progress: At least third year completedMinimum Academic Average: 65%Citizenship: South African citizen or permanent residentStudy Institution: Recognised and accredited South African universityFinancial Need: RequiredClosing Date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00Application Method: Email

Fields of Study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies towards a BSc or BEng degree in:

• Civil Engineering.
• Mechanical Engineering.
• Mechatronics Engineering.

Applicants studying unrelated qualifications should not assume that they qualify.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Preference will be given, but is not limited to, students from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Academic Requirement

Applicants must have achieved and maintained an overall academic average of at least:

65%

A full university academic record covering studies from the start of the qualification to the latest available results must be submitted.

Vacation Work Requirement

Applicants must be willing and able to participate in:

Vacation work with PRDW

Because of this requirement, applicants must reside within a reasonable distance from Cape Town.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• ID document if a South African citizen.
• Passport and valid Permanent Residence Permit if not a South African citizen.
• Matric certificate.
• Full university academic record or transcripts from the start of studies to the latest available results.
• University admission letter or proof of current registration.
• Latest student account financial statement.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Personalised cover letter.
• Contactable references.
• Completed PRDW Bursary Application Form.

PRDW Bursary Application Form

Applicants must download and complete the official application form.

Click here to download the PRDW Bursary Application Form 2027

The completed form must be submitted together with all compulsory supporting documents.

How to Apply for PRDW Bursary Programme 2027

Applications must be submitted by email.

Click here to apply for PRDW Bursary Programme 2027

Email applications to:

[email protected]

Use the following subject line:

PRDW Bursary 2027

Applicants should attach the completed application form and all required supporting documents.

Bursary Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

28 August 2026 at 16:00

Applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted according to the supplied information.

Selection Process

Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for:

• Additional information.
• An interview.

Applicants who do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

Enquiries

For bursary-related enquiries, contact:

Contact Person: Kasandra Pillay

Email: [email protected]

Important Application Notes

• The bursary is for the 2027 academic year.
• Eligible fields are Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering.
• Applicants must be studying towards a BSc or BEng degree.
• At least third year of study must already have been completed.
• A minimum overall academic average of 65% is required.
• Financial need is compulsory.
• Vacation work with PRDW is required.
• Applicants must be within reasonable travelling distance of Cape Town for vacation work.
• Permanent residents may apply in addition to South African citizens.
• Applications close on 28 August 2026 at 16:00.

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